In Tennessee you have to be over 18 years of age to get married without parental consent. There are no blood tests required and no waiting period if this is your first marriage or has been at least 30 days since a divorce. Licenses can be obtained at any County Clerks office within the state. Both parties must appear together and present a driver license, state issued birth certificate or passport, as well as proof of Social Security. The marriage license is valid for thirty (30) days from issuance and is good for ceremonies performed anywhere in Tennessee.
Davidson County Court Clerk’s Office, Marriage Department, Howard School Building, 700 Second Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37210 (615) 862-6256) is open Monday-Friday 8:00 Am – 4:30 Pm.
Cheatham County Clerk (615) 792-5179) located 18 miles from Cedarwood, is open for acquiring a Tennessee Wedding License on Saturday mornings from 8:00 Am – 11:30 Am at 100 Public Square, Suite 117, Ashland City, Tennessee 37015.
